Family and Primary Health Care Services

The Family and Primary Health Care Programme within the Ministry of Health typically focuses on providing comprehensive healthcare services to individuals and families at the primary care level.

Primary healthcare is the first point of contact for individuals seeking healthcare services and is usually provided by general practitioners, family physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals. The goal of primary healthcare is to provide accessible, comprehensive, and coordinated care to promote overall health, prevent diseases, and manage common health problems.

The Family and Primary Health Care Programme offers a range of services including preventive care, health education, diagnosis and treatment of common illnesses, management of chronic conditions, immunizations, maternal and child health services, and referrals to specialists when needed.

This Programme plays a crucial role in promoting the health and well-being of individuals and communities by focusing on preventive care and early intervention.

By providing comprehensive primary healthcare services, the Family and Primary Health Care Department aims to improve health outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and enhance the overall quality of life for patients.